Project Manager

Fusion People Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management company seeks a Project Manager to join their vibrant team in managing geotechnical projects within the rail sector. This hybrid role involves preparing tender programmes, attending client meetings, and checking site outputs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and previous experience in the railway industry. Salary ranges from £40,000 to £50,000, with additional car allowance. Commitment to equal opportunities and innovative technical solutions is core to this role.

Benefits

Car allowance

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience of managing geotechnical projects in the railway industry.
• Able to prepare Risk Assessment and Method Statements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender programmes and update them during project delivery.
• Attend client meetings and brief personnel on project requirements.
• Check site outputs and factual reports.

Skills

Managing geotechnical projects

Attention to detail

Client communication

Education

Degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Project Manager (Rail & Geotechnical)

Rail Contractor – Hybrid working with occasional office attendance to Brentwood or Lichfield (Staffordshire). Salary: £40,000‑£50,000 + car allowance or car.

Overview

A Project Manager is required to join a vibrant and charismatic team, with the company’s Head Quarters based in the Midlands. The role is to support the Principal Engineer as part of the technical team in the delivery of asset examination approvals and the delivery of planned and reactive bespoke Geotechnical projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender programmes and update them during delivery of works.
• Attend client meetings and brief personnel on project requirements.
• Undertake checking of site outputs and factual reports.
• Maintain daily and weekly contact with the Principal Engineer.

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline AND / OR have experience of managing geotechnical projects in the railway industry.
• Prior experience of preparing Risk Assessment, Method Statements and contract programmes.
• Good attention to detail, proactive, and confident in meetings and talking to contractors and suppliers.
• Previous experience in the Rail environment.

About the Client

The Client is a nationwide leading Asset Management company specialising in geotechnical inspections and surveys, offering asset inspections and enabling works across a broad range of industries. With a particular focus on difficult and alternative access, the company employs highly experienced geotechnical engineers whilst providing new innovative and technical solutions.

Equal Opportunity

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

Closes: Jan 18th 2026